PIERRE FOURNIER Dvorak Cello Concerto Speakers Corner 138755 TEST PRESSING LP
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Title: DVORAK Cello Concerto Fournier Szell 138755 SPEAKERS CORNER TEST PRESSING LP NM
Description:
Up for auction is an absolute titan and an investment-grade holy grail for classical vinyl collectors: a hyper-rare, audiophile-grade 180g Test Pressing of Antonín Dvořák's "Concerto for Cello and Orchestra in B minor, Op. 104," performed by the legendary cello virtuoso Pierre Fournier alongside the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by the master George Szell.
Originally recorded by Deutsche Grammophon in June 1961 at the historic Jesus-Christus-Kirche in Berlin, this performance is universally celebrated as one of the absolute greatest cello recordings in history, showcasing unmatched lyrical beauty, precision, and orchestral synergy. This premium, pure-analogue reissue was meticulously prepared by Germany’s renowned Speakers Corner Records (Catalog: SLPM 138 755) in August 1995.
Test pressings from Speakers Corner are produced in minuscule quantities (often just 5 to 20 copies) for technical evaluation at the Pallas pressing plant and are virtually impossible to acquire on the open market.
This rare collector's item includes the authentic factory production insert printed in English, detailing the engineering history, cutting specifications, and historical context of the session. The record features the iconic blank white factory test-pressing labels.
TRACKLIST:
- Antonín Dvořák: Concerto for Cello and Orchestra in B minor, Op. 104
Side 1: Mov. I: Allegro
Side 2: Mov. II: Adagio ma non troppo / Mov. III: Finale (Allegro moderato)
CONDITION DETAILS:
- Vinyl: NM (Near Mint) – Exceptional audiophile condition. The heavy 180g virgin vinyl retains a brilliant, clean factory luster with no scuffs, scratches, or visible surface imperfections. Appears unplayed or played once under critical evaluation conditions.
- Labels: NM – Pristine, unblemished blank white factory test-pressing labels with no writing, staining, or spindle marks.
- Production Insert: NM – Completely intact, clean layout, sharp corners, and free of creases or handling tears.
- Outer Sleeve: VG+ to NM – Original generic heavy white cardboard test-pressing jacket is clean and crisp with strong structural integrity.
An absolute peak-tier collector's item for cello enthusiasts, Szell/Fournier devotees, and audio purists seeking the absolute closest sound to the original master tapes.
SHIPPING & HANDLING:
To preserve the archival condition of this rare piece, it will be packaged securely inside a professional, corrugated record mailer. The vinyl will be placed in a poly inner sleeve and removed from the cardboard jacket during transit to eliminate the risk of edge wear or seam splits. Ships fully insured with tracking worldwide.
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